Morocco — Country Facts & Profile
المغرب
Northern Africa, Africa
The Moroccan dirham (MAD) is the official currency of Morocco, a country of 36,828,330 people in Northern Africa. With 446,550 km² of territory and Rabat as its capital, it sits within the wider Africa region. The official languages are Arabic and Berber. It ranks #40 in the world by population.
Country Profile
Wealth & Economy
Morocco has a GDP per capita of $4,153, reflecting the average economic output per person in the country.
Stadiums & Hospitals
Notable infrastructure highlights in Morocco, including Hassan II Stadium with a capacity of 115,000 seats.
115,000 seats
Geographic Overview
Morocco is located in Northern Africa at coordinates 32.00°N, 5.00°W. It shares borders with 3 countries. Total land area: 446,550 km² (172,414 mi²). Population density: 82 people per km². The highest point is Jbel Toubkal at 4,167 m.
Cost of Living & Climate
Key indicators for visiting or living in Morocco.
Nature Reserves
Morocco has 12 zoos and 47 botanical gardens.
Source: OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).
Crime Index
Morocco has a safety index of 95 out of 100 based on crime and safety data. Higher scores indicate safer conditions.
Higher score = safer. Based on crime index data.
Top Cities of Morocco
Internal Divisions
Casablanca-Settat
37 cities · 5,499,374 people
Largest: Casablanca
Rabat-Salé-Kénitra
36 cities · 4,757,197 people
Largest: Rabat
Fes-Meknes
45 cities · 3,056,885 people
Largest: Fes
Tanger-Tetouan-Al Hoceima
25 cities · 2,711,476 people
Largest: Tangier
Marrakesh-Safi
31 cities · 2,125,934 people
Largest: Marrakesh
Souss-Massa
30 cities · 1,962,024 people
Largest: Agadir
Oriental
31 cities · 1,527,257 people
Largest: Oujda
Beni Mellal-Khenifra
38 cities · 1,437,466 people
Largest: Khouribga
Drâa-Tafilalet
22 cities · 550,314 people
Largest: Errachidia
Guelmim-Oued Noun
9 cities · 282,244 people
Largest: Guelmim
Laayoune-Sakia El Hamra
3 cities · 54,411 people
Largest: Smara
Dakhla-Oued Ed-Dahab
1 cities · 5,832 people
Largest: Aousserd
Frequently Asked Questions about Morocco
- What is the capital of Morocco?
- The capital of Morocco is Rabat.
- What is the population of Morocco?
- Morocco has a population of approximately 36,828,330 people.
- What continent is Morocco in?
- Morocco is located in Africa, in the Northern Africa subregion.
- Where is Morocco located?
- Morocco is located in Northern Africa, Africa, at coordinates 32.0°N, 5.0°W.
- What currency does Morocco use?
- Morocco uses the Moroccan dirham (د.م. MAD).
- What is the capital and currency of Morocco?
- The capital of Morocco is Rabat and the currency is the Moroccan dirham (MAD).
- What languages are spoken in Morocco?
- The official languages of Morocco are Arabic, Berber.
- What is the area of Morocco?
- Morocco covers a total area of 446,550 km² (172,414 square miles).
- How large is Morocco in square miles?
- Morocco has a total area of approximately 172,414 square miles (446,550 km²).
- What is the population density of Morocco?
- Morocco has a population density of approximately 82 people per km².
- Is Morocco an independent country?
- Yes, Morocco is a fully independent and sovereign country.
- How many countries does Morocco border?
- Morocco shares land borders with 3 countries.
- What is the GDP per capita of Morocco?
- The GDP per capita of Morocco is approximately $4,153.
- Is Morocco safe to visit?
- Morocco is considered very safe, with a safety index of 95 out of 100 based on crime and safety data.
- What countries border Morocco?
- Morocco shares land borders with: Algeria, Western Sahara, Spain.
- What is the country calling code for Morocco?
- The international calling code for Morocco is +212. To call Morocco from abroad, dial your country's exit code followed by +212 and the local number.
- What time zone is Morocco in?
- Morocco operates on the UTC time zone.
- What is the highest point in Morocco?
- The highest point in Morocco is Jbel Toubkal at 4,167 m (13,671 ft) above sea level.
- What is the GNI per capita of Morocco?
- The Gross National Income (GNI) per capita of Morocco is approximately $3,840 (World Bank data).
- How fast is the internet in Morocco?
- The average internet speed in Morocco is 62 Mbps, which is considered fast by global standards.